Navy
MEDICAL
Subspecialty
Officer Subspecialty
1795
Pediatric Dentistry
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
Treats the dental disease entities and growth abnormalities of children through adolescence. Provides consultative services. Teaches pedodontic concepts to other dental officers and technicians.
Core Skills
- pediatric dental diagnosis
- child behavior management
- preventive dentistry
- restorative dentistry
- dental growth assessment
- oral pathology recognition
- sedation and pain control
- clinical team supervision
- dental health education
Common Certifications
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate Certification
- Certified Dental Practice Manager (CDPM)
- Healthcare Quality Certification (CPHQ)
Civilian Career Paths
- DENTAL
- PUBLIC HEALTH
- TRAINING AND EDUCATION
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) or Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
- Pediatric Dentistry Residency
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Pediatric Dentistry Diplomate Certification
- Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
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